October weather forecast
Apapa, Nigeria

October in Apapa, Nigeria, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

October's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Apapa's October nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at a warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), closely aligned with the daytime highs.

Heat index

October's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In Apapa, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Apapa, in October, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Apapa, Nigeria, there are 193 rainfall days, and 691mm (27.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Apapa is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Apapa. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.